BCNet-AB is an economical Ethernet communication processor designed to meet the increasing informatization needs of factory equipment (equipment network monitoring and production management). It is used in Rockwell MicroLogix 1000/SLC500/PLC- The Ethernet data acquisition of 5 series PLC is very convenient to build a production management system.
BCNet-AB adopts a modular design with communication lines. It does not occupy the PLC programming port, that is, while the programming software/host computer software monitors the PLC data through the Ethernet, the touch screen can communicate with the PLC through the multiplexing interface X2.
BCNet-AB Features:
- Installed on a 35mm guide rail, the COM1 port is directly connected to the PLC programming communication port (DF1 protocol). BCNet-AB requires an external 24VDC power supply.
- Integrate WEB server, set device parameters and run diagnosis through webpage or search tool, and set login protection password to prevent tampering with configuration data.
- Self-adaptive to Rockwell PLC programming port communication parameters, no additional settings are required.
- Integrated ModbusTCP server, support FC1, FC2, FC3, FC5, FC6, FC16, Modbus data area is automatically mapped to the data area of Rockwell PLC.
- Using ModbusTCP, it can realize high-level language (such as VB, VC, C#, etc.) programming, realize data communication with Rockwell PLC, and facilitate the development of production management system.
- The SCADA (upper configuration software) that supports OPC channel communicates with Rockwell PLC in OPC mode.
- Support up to 6 PCs to collect PLC data at the same time.
- Support firmware update on the user side through Ethernet, provide firmware with more functions for free, purchase hardware once, and upgrade permanently.
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Technical Parameter
Product number | BCNet-AB |
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Describe | Rockwell Micro Logix 1000 Series PLC Ethernet Communication Processor |
Color | Metallic Black |
Status Display | Pwr,COM1,COM2,Link |
Ethernet interface Interface Type Transmission rate Protocol support | IEEE 802.3 compatible, Link/Active indicator, line sequence adaptive, support Auto-MDIX RJ45 female socket 10/100Mbps Modbus TCP |
Number of TCP connections | 6 |
X1 interface (connected to PLC) Interface Type Transmission rate Protocol support | RS232 MD8 communication female port 9.6K, 19.2K, 38.4K DF1 |
X2 interface (with HMI) Interface Type Transmission rate Protocol support | RS232 MD8 communication female port 9.6K, 19.2K, 38.4K DF1 |
Configuration Software OPC software | Kingview, 3D Force Control, etc. KepWare OPC |
Diagnostics and Parameter setting | IE browser, default 192.168.1.178, BCDevice |
Power supply Voltage type | Communication port to get power or External 24VDC 24VDC/100mA |
Operating temperature | 0~60℃ |
Working humidity | 90% non-condensing |
Installation method | 35mm rail installation |
Electromagnetic Compatibility | 2014/30/EU |
Anti-vibration | 4.5mm/30Hz/10Min |
ESD | 6KV |
Factory aging | The 60-degree aging box runs for 168 hours, and the power is turned on and off 500 million times |
Communication stability | Continuous communication with PLC for 30 days, 130 million times of communication with 0 errors |
Certification | CE Certification |
Dimensions (LWH) | 90*24*65mm |
Weight | 100g |